Free Museums in Heslington

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Free Museums in Heslington

National Railway Museum York
National Railway Museum York
4.7 (18135 ratings)4.5 (16474 ratings)
Railway history and artefacts, with 300 vehicles including steam world record holder, the Mallard.
Leeman Rd, York, YO26 4XJ, United Kingdom
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Mentioned by iknow-uk.com
York Museums
"The UK’s National Railway Museum in York is one of the world’s largest and free to enter!. A mecca for railway enthusiasts and a superb family attraction, the museum doesn’t just trace the history of Britain’s railways from the early 19th century through to the present, it also digs deep into the international history of rail. Historic British steam locomotives on display in the Great Hall include the Mallard and an exact replica of Stephenson’s Rocket (from which all locomotives can trace their roots)."
Mentioned by Lonely Planet Top Choices
Top things to do in York, England
"York's National Railway Museum – the biggest in the world, with more than 100 locomotives – is well-presented and crammed with fascinating stuff. It is laid out on a vast scale and is housed in a series of giant railway sheds – allow at least two hours to do it justice. The museum also now includes a high-tech simulator experience of riding on the Mallard (£4), which set the world speed record for a steam locomotive in 1938 (126mph)."
Mentioned by Touropia
12 Best Things to Do in York, United Kingdom
"Located just a short stroll from the city center is the National Railway Museum, which tells the story of rail transport in Britain. Home to more than a million artifacts, as well as over a hundred shiny steam trains, locomotives, and wagonway vehicles, it is remarkably the world’s largest railway museum. Established in 1975, the museum now occupies a series of gigantic railway sheds that were once the North York locomotive depot."
JORVIK Viking Centre
JORVIK Viking Centre
4.5 (4459 ratings)4 (6094 ratings)
A fully reconstructed Viking village complete with the sights and smells, and an adjoining museum.
19 Coppergate, York, YO1 9WT, United Kingdom
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Mentioned by BSC (EN)
A Guide to the Best Museums in York | York Attractions
"The Jorvik Viking Centre is one of the most popular museums in York, so much so that you’ll often find a long queue out the door!. The Viking Centre provides visitors with an immersive experience of 10th century York, where you’ll get to know the sounds, sights and even smells of Viking England. It really is an incredible experience, just make sure you book in advance to avoid the queues!"
York Castle Museum
York Castle Museum
4.6 (3918 ratings)4.5 (8510 ratings)
A recreated Victorian cobbled street with costumed guides and period rooms including a schoolroom.
Tower St, York, YO1 9RY, United Kingdom
Historical place museumMuseumsSpecialty Museums
Mentioned by England itinerary
7 One-Week Itineraries in the United Kingdom
"York Castle, the city walls, and York Minster are some of the most popular destinations that will transport you to the past. At the end of the day, take a train westward to Liverpool."
York's Chocolate Story
York's Chocolate Story
4.5 (3219 ratings)4.5 (4826 ratings)
Tour exploring the history of chocolate and the city's confectioners, with cafe and shop.
3-4 Kings Square, York, YO1 7LD, United Kingdom
MuseumsSpecialty Museums
Mentioned by Big 7 Travel
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"Two words that you might not have heard put together before are ‘chocolate’ and ‘museum’, but it’s happened in York and all our dreams have come true. You’ll find it fairly tough to drag yourself out of here…. View this post on Instagram"
Mentioned by Tourist England
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"Enjoy chocolate samples, learn how its made and explore three floors of interactive exploration. Book Tickets: York’s Chocolate Story >>>"
Fairfax House
Fairfax House
4.5 (254 ratings)4.5 (864 ratings)
Imposing Georgian townhouse museum with significant collections of furniture, paintings and clocks.
Castlegate, York, YO1 9RN, United Kingdom
MuseumsSpecialty Museums
Mentioned by iknow-uk.com
York Museums
"One of the UK’s finest Georgian townhouses, Fairfax House on Castlegate was designed by John Carr. Originally the winter retreat of Viscount Fairfax, the house was converted into a dance hall and cinema in the 20th Century. The York Civic Trust however restored it to its former Georgian glory, and today it’s open to the public with the Noel Terry collection of furnishings, ornaments, decorative arts and paintings on display inside."
Mentioned by Around York
Historical buildings and museums in York
"Fairfax House is a Georgian town house open to the public between February and December. The house displays a collection of eighteenth-century furniture and shows how Georgians lived in their day. 901 metres from the Minster.Castlegate, York, North Yorkshire YO1 9RN, United Kingdom"
Mentioned by TripHobo
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"Art And Culture, Historical Site, Architecture , Specialty Museum. When you visit the castles and cathedrals of York, you see places where the rich and famous of old Yorkshire worked and prayed. But where did the nobility of Yorkshire live?"
Pyramid Gallery
Pyramid Gallery
5 (21 ratings)5 (39 ratings)
Gallery shop with original artworks and designer jewellery, plus glass, ceramic and metal crafts.
43 Stonegate, York, YO1 8AW, United Kingdom
JewelerMuseumsGift shopArt Galleries
Murton Park
Murton Park
4.6 (381 ratings)4 (139 ratings)
A 16-acre site dedicated to history of local agriculture, with machinery, livestock and a library.
Murton Ln, York, YO19 5UF, United Kingdom
MuseumsSpecialty Museums
DIG: An Archaeological Adventure
DIG: An Archaeological Adventure
4.4 (337 ratings)4.5 (357 ratings)
Archeology museum where children unearth replica historical finds in hands-on excavations.
St Saviour's Church, St Saviourgate, York YO1 8NN, United Kingdom
Archaeological museumMuseumsChildren's MuseumsHistory Museums
York Mansion House
York Mansion House
4.5 (85 ratings)4.5 (68 ratings)
Tours are offered of this historic home, built for the Lord Mayor in 1732 & still in use.
St. Helen’s Square, York, YO1 9QL, United Kingdom
MuseumsHistorical landmarkLocal history museumWedding venueGovernment BuildingsHistoric SitesHistory MuseumsSpecialty MuseumsPoints of Interest & Landmarks
Mentioned by Best in York Guide
12 Best Things to do in York
"This pink facade building on St. Helen’s Square (near Betty’s Tea Rooms) is the official residence of the Lord Mayor of York and has only recently opened to the public. The grand, 800 year old house showcases collections of silverware and ceramics, ceremonial items used by the Lord Mayor as well as recreated 18th century bedrooms and dining rooms. The downstairs kitchen has interactive exhibits and equipment to learn about Georgian cooking ."
Mentioned by GPSmyCity
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"The Georgian-style Mansion House in York is the home of the city's Lord Mayors during their term in office. This is the earliest purpose-built house of this sort still in use – it predates the Mansion House in London by at least 20 years. The foundation stone for the building was laid in 1725, and it was completed seven years later, in 1732."
Mentioned by viator.com
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"Located in the center of the city, the Mansion House is the official residence of the Lord Mayor of York. But along with being a home, this historic house is popular with visitors. The Mansion House exhibits an impressive collection of paintings, silver and furniture."
Art of Protest Gallery (York)
Art of Protest Gallery (York)
4.2 (60 ratings)5 (6 ratings)
11 Walmgate, York, YO1 9TX, United Kingdom
Art galleryMuseumsArt centerArt dealerArt studioArts organization

Best Arts and Culture Places in Heslington

Chris Ceaser Photography
Chris Ceaser Photography
5 (18 ratings)
89 Micklegate, York, YO1 6LE, United Kingdom
Art galleryPhotographer
York Fine Arts
York Fine Arts
4.9 (18 ratings)
83 Low Petergate, York, YO1 7HY, United Kingdom
Art galleryArt dealerArt restoration servicePicture frame shop
Kentmere House Gallery
Kentmere House Gallery
4 (5 ratings)
53 Scarcroft Hill, York, YO24 1DF, United Kingdom
Art gallery
Mentioned by york.independentlife.co.uk
A State of the Arts: Best Art Galleries in York | Entertainment & Culture | Independent Life
"For a gallery with a real “homely” feel, look no further than Kentmere House. Kentmere’s original art is displayed in multiple rooms of a fine Victorian house overlooking York’s famous Knavesmire race-course, welcoming visitors in with a friendly smile and welcoming atmosphere. The house and gallery is owned by Ann and David Petherick, which opened after Ann moved to York from Suffolk in 1979 and was amazed to find that there was no contemporary gallery."

Best Bath Houses in Heslington

Plush Nails & Beauty
Plush Nails & Beauty
4 (1 ratings)
9 Princes Ave, Hull, HU5 3RX, United Kingdom
Beauty salonFacial spaNail salonWaxing hair removal service
Village Hotel Hull
Village Hotel Hull
4.1 (1319 ratings)
Bright rooms with free Wi-Fi in a modern hotel offering a pub, a grill restaurant and a pool.
Henry Boot Way, Hull, HU4 7DY, United Kingdom
HotelSpaWedding venue
The Grand, York
The Grand, York
4.6 (1652 ratings)
Chic, luxury rooms in a grand Edwardian railway hotel, plus spa and a grill with York Minster views.
Station Rise, York, YO1 6GD, United Kingdom
HotelRestaurantSpaWedding venue
Mentioned by SquareMeal
The best restaurants York has to offer
"What: The clue is in the title with this one, which is very definitely grand. Housed within York’s only five-star hotel, Hudson's is a destination for occasion dining (unless you’re fabulously wealthy of course) on account of its opulent surrounds and pricey tasting menus. The five- and nine-course set menus change with the seasons and, like all fine dining restaurants worth their salt, make full use of locally-sourced and foraged ingredients presenting a collection of modern British dishes."
Mentioned by Expert Reviews
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"Prices: From £126 per night for two | Book now at Booking.com. Once York’s railway headquarters, The Grand is now enjoying a second life as a sumptuous, five-star hotel that ranks among the very finest in the city. This grandiose, Grade II-listed building has much to offer to visitors with an eye for style and luxury: rooms are furnished with a spare, acutely tasteful decor, each with a flatscreen TV and an evening turn-down service."
Mentioned by Devon 21 days itinerary
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"The Grand Hotel & Spa Stylish rooms set within a Grade II listed building. Rooms are big and plush. Enjoy the onsite restaurant, spa and heated swimming pool.Check availability, prices and book"

Top, Best & Fun Rooftop Bars in Heslington

Bobo Lobo Cocktail Bar York
Bobo Lobo Cocktail Bar York
4.1 (424 ratings)
Stylish cocktail bar offering creative drinks & featuring a shisha rooftop terrace.
5 Little Stonegate, York, YO1 8AX, United Kingdom
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Mentioned by iknow-uk.com
York Nightlife
"York has some fabulously chic Cocktail bars at its heart around The Quarter (the central collection of streets located between Stonegate and Petergate). Bobo Lobo isn’t just one of York’s finest Cocktail bars and grills, it’s also a top venue for private parties and functions with two floors and a DJ on request. Why not make their ‘Cocktail Mixology Master Class’ part of your private party!"
Grays Court Hotel and The Bow Room Restaurant
Grays Court Hotel and The Bow Room Restaurant
4.6 (330 ratings)
Elegant, antiques-furnished rooms in an 11th-century house with a Jacobean oak-panelled gallery.
Chapter House St, York, YO1 7JH, United Kingdom
HotelBarRestaurantWedding venue
Mentioned by The Telegraph
The best luxury hotels in York
"This hotel, in arguably York's smartest address, positively vibrates with the past, from its medieval stone-flagged entrance hall and leaded windows to the bow-windowed Georgian dining room and 90ft long, Jacobean, oak-panelled gallery on the first floor. It feels elegant but relaxed, with a mix of English and French antiques, modern sofas and contemporary artwork and reportage photography. Fireplaces and leaded windows add character to the rooms while Jo Malone diffusers and thick curtains add luxury."
Mentioned by Yorkshire Food Guide
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"This historic court has had knights, kings and royalty walk the halls proving to be the perfect stay for those wishing to escape into a fairytale. Grays Court sits in the heart of the city with direct access to the medieval York walls. The rooms at Grays Court certainly bring the wow factor, with freestanding copper bathtubs, William IV poster beds, all with perfectly framed views of the Minster or the gardens below."
The Station House Cafe/Bistro Garforth
The Station House Cafe/Bistro Garforth
4.9 (147 ratings)
1 Station House, Station Buildings, Station Rd, Garforth, LS25 1PY, United Kingdom
RestaurantBarItalian restaurant

Vacation Rentals, Airbnb, Hotels & Cabins near Heslington

4.5 (15 reviews)
Icona Luxury Apartment - Minster Views
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$177.75 /night
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Pass the Keys Gladioli - Family Home with 3 bedrooms nr Bishy Rd
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$132.75 /night
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4.5 (58 reviews)
The Stable Suite at York Racecourse
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$135 /night
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